Athletes and Physically Active Individuals Those who train regularly or engage in high-intensity exercise may benefit from amino acid injections to speed muscle recovery, reduce soreness and improve endurance
Symptoms of a B12 deficiencywhich can develop slowly over time since your body can store B12may (or may not) include: Fatigue Weakness Headache Depression Pale skin Heart palpitations Loss of appetite Weight loss Pain, inflammation, and/or soreness in your mouth or tongue Erectile dysfunction Infertility Tingling in your hands and feet Trouble balancing Confusion or memory issues Health Benefits of B12 Injections The easiest way to up your vitamin B12 intake is to eat foods that are rich in the nutrient
Anemia develops from B12 deficiency, as the vitamin is engaged in the production of healthy red blood cells
Minor side effects may include redness or slight soreness at the injection site, which typically resolves quickly
Taking vitamin B12 supplements can help you prevent or treat a vitamin B12 deficiency that might wreak havoc on your circulatory and nervous systems
But if you have a long-term condition causing the deficiency, you might need shots every 2 months or so